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Robbery in Salem, Virginia (2026)

68.2 per 100K · 8% above national avg · Grade C+

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

Quick Answer

Salem has a robbery rate of 68.2 per 100K, which is 8% above the national average of 63.3. Grade: C+. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 1,466 per year.

In 2026, the robbery rate in Salem, Virginia is 68.2 per 100,000 residents, which is 8% above the national average of 63.3. That puts Salem's robbery close to the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Robbery Rate: Salem vs State and National Averages

Salem
68.2
Virginia Avg
65.4
National Avg
63.3

Rates per 100,000 residents. 2023 FBI UCR data.

Your Odds: Robbery in Salem

1 in 1,466

Approximate chance of being affected by robbery in Salem in a given year, based on the rate of 68.2 per 100,000 residents.

What Is Robbery?

Robbery is the taking or attempting to take anything of value from a person by force or threat of force. Unlike burglary, robbery involves direct confrontation with the victim.

Other Crime Types in Salem

B-
Violent Crime314.5/100K · 14% below avg
C+
Property Crime2044.3/100K · 12% above avg
B-
Murder5.7/100K · 0% below avg
B-
Assault254.8/100K · 5% below avg

Robbery in Nearby Virginia Cities

CityGradeRate
Herndon
B
39.0
Fairfax
B-
49.3
Staunton
C+
64.5
Waynesboro
B
30.5
Winchester
B
41.5
Hopewell
C
99.1

Frequently Asked Questions About Robbery in Salem

How bad is robbery in Salem?
As of 2026, Salem's robbery rate of 68.2 per 100K is 8% above the national average. It ranks behind 53% of US cities for robbery.
What is the robbery rate in Salem?
As of 2026, 68.2 per 100,000 residents, based on the most recent FBI Uniform Crime Report data. The national average is 63.3 per 100K.
Is robbery increasing in Salem?
Crime in Salem has trended upward recently, though specific robbery trends may differ from the overall picture.
How does Salem's robbery compare to Virginia?
Salem's robbery rate is higher than many Virginia cities. The rate of 68.2 per 100K is close to the national average.
What are the odds of being a victim of robbery in Salem?
Based on the rate of 68.2 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 1,466 residents could be affected by robbery in a given year. This is a statistical estimate, not a prediction — actual risk varies by neighborhood and behavior.
Is Salem safe from robbery?
Salem is about average for robbery. The rate of 68.2 per 100K is close to the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
Back to Salem safety overviewHow we calculate grades

2023 FBI Uniform Crime Report data and Census Bureau population estimates. Safety grades calculated using national and state-level crime rate distributions. Not a substitute for local law enforcement guidance.

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